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- Why ambos used these words
- Rides deemed ‘not fit for service’
- Theme park ride’s ‘fatal flaw’
- Bachelorette boy’s awkward, raw confession
- Why you shouldn’t buy a house right now
- Pitt child abuse investigation ‘extended’
- How the ride turned deadly
- Student’s hilarious letter over fine
- Dreamworld hits back on safety
- Whatever happened to Pokemon Go?